DSS 2: War Industry

DSS 2: War Industry

Released Oct 2025

In this real-time grand strategy game, command armies, build cities, and manage a dynamic economy. Establish automated supply routes within your territory to streamline production. Fortify your defenses and brace for intense battles. Can you lead your empire to dominance?

82% positive · 198 reviews
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Evaluation

DSS 2: War Industry launched on October 28, 2025 and has been receiving a steady stream of major updates. Two major content updates have shipped in 2026: the Mounts Update on April 9, 2026 (adding 40 new resources, 30 new buildings, animal breeding systems, and a full economy rebalance), and the Multiplayer Update on July 28, 2026 (adding online co-op for up to 64 players, voice and text chat, and the Supporter Pack DLC). The developer is clearly committed to continued development. The July 28, 2026 post explicitly announced a major "Map 2.0" overhaul — described as a ground-up rebuild of the game's map system — as a substantial project targeting completion in May 2027. The September 29, 2026 quality-of-life update reaffirmed this, showing a progress video for Map 2.0 and announcing a second QoL update planned for December 2026 focused on performance. As of September 29, 2026, the developer remains actively engaged with regular patches and clear future plans.
Evidence
Quality-of-life update shipped; developer confirmed a second QoL update planned for December 2026, and showed active progress on Map 2.0 with a May target.
news post · Sep 29, 2026 source content planned
high
Developer announced the 'Map 2.0' overhaul as a major upcoming project that could consume up to a year of work, with QoL updates planned as interim releases.
news post · Jul 28, 2026 source content planned
high

Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
vikingfabian
Achievements
93
Platform
Windows, Linux
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · Local/Split Screen

About this game

DSS is a real-time grand strategy game with city-building and resource management.

Experience a groundbreaking game with limitless armies, endless cities, and unparalleled resource simulation. Built to redefine wargames and push the boundaries of scale and depth.

City Building

  • Construct and develop your cities to support your war efforts.

  • Workers will automatically complete tasks in order of priority.

  • Send settlers to found new cities.

Capture and Breed Mounts

  • Soldiers can be any combination of animals, weapons and equipment.

Multiplayer Co-op

  • Players can drop in or out at any time.

  • Share resources with each other.

  • 64-player online or 4-player split-screen.

  • Customizable per-player difficulty and casual/advanced controls—great for teaming up with younger players or beginners.

Other Features

  • Defenses: Turtle up with fortifications and guard posts.

  • Resource Management: Establish production chains using logistics networks to ensure an efficient economy.

  • Upgrades: Research science, unlock tech trees, and gain experience.

  • Automation: Set up your medieval industry to keep running while you’re off conquering new lands.

  • Army Tactics: Command your forces across the map while keeping them well-supplied and fed.

  • Modular Military Units: Create soldiers by combining items and specializations.

  • Diplomacy: Coerce others into joining your cause.

  • Flexible Game Modes: From intense boss battles to peaceful, creative building.

  • Dynamic Difficulty: Most systems run by themselves — you choose what to focus on or leave alone.

  • Massive Scale: Hundreds of thousands of soldiers and workers are simulated in real time.

  • Map Generator: Each game offers new tactical situations.

  • Creation Tools: Design maps, flags, characters, and voxel models.

  • Battle Lab: Form armies and pit them against each other.

Last evaluated Sep 30, 2026
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